Workplace Wrap—July 2026

Short summary

Australian minimum wage increases 6% to AU$26.44/hour effective July 1, 2026; award wages rise 4.75%. Fair Work Commission eliminated lowest-tier wage classifications (C13/C14) due to persistent real-wage gaps from post-pandemic inflation. Employers must immediately update payroll systems, verify all salaries meet new minimums, phase out eliminated classifications, and review superannuation compliance (rate remains 12%). High-income dismissal threshold rises to AU$190,100.

• •National minimum wage up 6% to AU$26.44/hour; award wages +4.75%
• •Lowest wage classifications (C13/C14) phased out over 3 stages
• •Employers must update payroll, verify compliance, adjust superannuation

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